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dolphinblues

641d

Do you ever feel like you can't win for losing? I rarely feel good or have energy to do much of anything. I have had a few good days this last week and actually feel up to cleaning house, exercising or going somewhere/doing something other than sitting on the couch. Lo and behold, I sprain my knee. Now I can't do anything because I have to stay off of it as much as possible. UGH! Eery time I start to feel better, something sets me back.

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    • MSowleyes

      634d

      That was certainly my life you were describing... Sorry things are frustrating. Amantadine is a parkinson's drug used to give MS patients energy.. it gave me my life back.

    • MSowleyes

      634d

      That was certainly my life you were describing... Sorry things are frustrating. Amantadine is a parkinson's drug used to give MS patients energy.. it gave me my life back.

      • dolphinblues

        634d

        @MSowleyes I'm so glad to hear that ! πŸ˜ŠπŸ’œ

    • Nikko81

      637d

      I can definitely sympathize with how you feel. I have to push myself constantly. I have low energy sometimes due to my mood

      • dolphinblues

        637d

        @Nikko81 sometimes it is overwhelming. We all do our best to keep taking it one step at a time. Even if it's small steps. πŸ«‚ πŸ’œ

        • Nikko81

          636d

          @dolphinblues So true

    • jerrielyn

      637d

      I can also relate to the injuries and having to sit so much. The more I sit the more my depression runs wild. Now I'm sitting all the time having to keep my legs elevated because of swelling in my lower legs and ankles but I usually have something in my hands whether I'm coloring or beading a bracelet or anything. It's the only way I can keep my mind from focusing on feeling sorry for myself.

      • dolphinblues

        637d

        @jerrielyn I totally understand. Having something else to focus on helps. I usually color or do word games. Sorry to hear your stuck on the couch elevating your legs as well. Hopefully it won't be much longer. Hugs πŸ’œ

    • kitty50

      637d

      Oh my.... girl, I'm so sorry! I know how you feel though.... πŸ˜₯

      • dolphinblues

        637d

        @kitty50 πŸ˜₯ as if we all didn't have enough to deal with. Sorry you feel this way too.

    • Morning_Star

      638d

      Cutting sugar out and eating a more balanced diet really helps me with this. I find when I eat poorly I feel terrible. I am surprised at the difference it makes.

      • dolphinblues

        638d

        @Morning_Star I'm starting to realize this. I recently changed my diet: no sugar, no gluten, low carb/starch. I'm amazed at how much bloating/inflammation I had throughout my stomach, etc.

    • Chosen1618

      638d

      Yes I totally understand

    • BonnBonn

      639d

      Yes I relate to this so much. Doing anything physically, getting professional/medical help, etc.

      • dolphinblues

        639d

        @BonnBonn I wish no one had to deal with this! It makes it hard to do anything, let alone exercise. πŸ˜”

    • Tobydottir

      640d

      How are your blood sugars?

      • dolphinblues

        640d

        @Tobydottir usually between 120-160. Why?

        • Tobydottir

          640d

          @dolphinblues Those are good and shouldn't be the problem. Sugars too high or low can cause tiredness. But, you got this. I guess I read your post wrong. My apologies.

    • MuskogeeMouse

      640d

      Right now, that is what I am feeling. Going through mother's estate(since December), have not been out of the house in 3 days(been taking care of sick hubby with his issues). Plus having to put ear drops in every night, feeling like someone trying to split my shoulder blade, my sinus issues, take your pick, along with trying to keep my home businesses afloat. This heat is for the birds though.

      • dolphinblues

        640d

        @MuskogeeMouse I feel for you! That is a lot to deal with! I agree, this heat is for the birds.

        • MuskogeeMouse

          640d

          @dolphinblues have a great day. May your day get better.

    • Denotchka

      640d

      Yes drives me nuts as well. I get it.

      • dolphinblues

        640d

        @Denotchka it is so annoying!

        • BethAA

          640d

          @dolphinblues it's not your fault... unfortunately it is just what it is. Something I struggle with every day and sometimes it wins out.

    • BethAA

      640d

      Yes I feel like that all the time

      • dolphinblues

        640d

        @BethAA sorry you go through this too.

    • dolphinblues

      640d

      Thank you all for helping me not feel alone! πŸ’œ πŸ«‚

    • BulletproofRose

      640d

      Life has a funny way of doing this every time πŸ˜₯ If you're really feeling energized for the first time in a while, I'm sure there are ways you can use that good feeling without hurting yourself. Exercising can be as little as stretching or doing light yoga. Heck, if you want to do more I bet you could find lists of "exercises to do while seated" on Google. As for the idea if just doing something, I don't know what your hobbies are, but I'm sure there are things you can do at home to keep this momentum and not feel like your "doing nothing". For me, it's things like puzzles and models that I can just sit and work on for a long time and see my progress. But whatever you choose to do, just let yourself know that it isn't a wasted day just because you couldn't do what you were planning to do ❀️

      • dolphinblues

        640d

        @BulletproofRose thank you! You helped me remember that just because I feel good doesn't mean I have to do everything I have been putting off. I love doing puzzles too πŸ˜ŠπŸ’œ

        • BulletproofRose

          639d

          @dolphinblues I'm glad to hear it! Enjoy some relaxing time while you heal πŸ’œ

    • Phy201

      640d

      You are singing my injury prone tune. I have a hard time staying down and one injury turns into many.

      • dolphinblues

        640d

        @Phy201 it's so annoying when one injury causes more. I wish we all didn't have to deal with it! πŸ’œ

    • Chosen1618

      640d

      Wow praying πŸ™ u feel better

      • dolphinblues

        640d

        @Chosen1618 thank you πŸ’œ

        • Chosen1618

          636d

          @dolphinblues you welcome

    • MaryC

      641d

      OMG sounds like my life lol

      • dolphinblues

        640d

        @MaryC it's so hard sometimes. Wish things didn't snowball all the time. πŸ’œ

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